Paraplegia (Noun)
Meaning
Paralysis of the lower half of the body (most often as a result of trauma).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The accident left him with paraplegia, forcing him to rely on a wheelchair for mobility.
- Paraplegia can result from a variety of injuries, including those sustained in car accidents or falls.
- She was diagnosed with paraplegia after a spinal cord injury during a skiing accident.
- Researchers are working to develop new treatments for paraplegia, with the goal of restoring motor function to affected individuals.
- The paraplegia support group provided a sense of community and connection for those living with the condition.